We can now proudly say we know a third thing, as Variety reports that Russell Crowe will also star in the film, taking on a mentor role to Cavill’s character. That drops Crowe into the same position that Sean Connery occupied in the original Highlander,

Russell Crowe has joined the cast of "Highlander" from Amazon MGM Studios' United Artists' (UA) and Scott Stuber, alongside previously announced star Henry Cavill. Chad Stahelski ("John Wick" franchise) will direct the film,

Russell Crowe has joined the cast of Highlander, reported Collider. The film, which stars Henry Cavill in the lead, is directed by Chad Stahelski, who is known for directing the John Wick films. The reboot is based on the 1986 film of the same name,